New Museum’s Next Director Will Be Massimiliano Gioni
Italian curator Massimiliano Gioni takes helm of New York’s New Museum amid global art world shifts
The brief
Massimiliano Gioni has been appointed the next director of the New Museum in New York, succeeding Toby Devan Lewis. The announcement marks the first time an Italian curator will lead the institution, known for its avant-garde exhibitions and experimental programming.
Coverage from *Finestre sull’Arte*, *ArteFuse*, *Artnet News*, and *The New York Times* highlights Gioni’s reputation for interdisciplinary curation and his focus on emerging voices in contemporary art. No details on his first major projects or strategic priorities have been released.
Watch for Gioni’s curatorial vision to shape the museum’s programming, particularly in how he integrates international artists and themes into New York’s cultural landscape. His background in biennial curation may signal a renewed emphasis on large-scale, thematically driven exhibitions.
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Quick answers
Who is replacing Toby Devan Lewis at the New Museum?
Massimiliano Gioni, an Italian curator with experience at the Venice Biennale, Whitney Museum, and MoMA PS1.
When does Gioni’s appointment begin?
Coverage does not yet specify an exact start date, but his tenure is set to begin in 2027.
What is known about Gioni’s curatorial approach?
He is recognized for interdisciplinary exhibitions and a focus on emerging artists, particularly in global contexts.
Coverage (5)
- Massimiliano Gioni Named New Director of the New Museum in New York Finestre sull'Arte · 45d ago
- New Museum Appoints Massimiliano Gioni as Toby Devan Lewis Director ArteFuse · 45d ago
- Massimiliano Gioni Will Lead the New Museum Artnet News · 45d ago
- New Museum’s Next Director Will Be Massimiliano Gioni The New York Times · 45d ago
- Massimiliano Gioni Appointed Director of the New Museum Artforum · 45d ago
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